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Cost of Attendance (COA)

The cost of attendance (COA) is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend Texas A&M University-Texarkana. Your cost of attendance (COA) doesn’t just cover your college tuition; it takes into account your basic living expenses too. So think about this: it is going to cost you the same amount to live for the next few years whether you’re in college or not, and college graduates earn an average of $20,000 MORE a year than students who only complete high school.

When comparing financial aid packages from other schools, make sure you are comparing the total cost of attending that school, not just the total financial aid awarded. It is important for you to budget and make wise decisions regarding how to utilize the financial aid funds you receive. Students are not allowed to receive aid that exceeds their cost of attendance.  

Tuition & Fee Schedules

Helpful Definitions for Understanding COA

Tuition and Fees:

The average cost of tuition and fees for a typical student based on enrolling for a certain number of hours per year. The actual costs that a student incurs will vary depending on the student’s degree and residency.

Food and Housing:

A reasonable estimate of what it would cost to live while attending school. Actual costs may vary by individual choices related to location and circumstances. Typically includes rent, food, snacks, household supplies and utilities.

Books, Course materials, Supplies and Equipment:

The average cost of books and supplies for a typical student for an entire academic year. Typically includes books, educational supplies, course materials, and computer-related expenses excluding the purchase of a personal computer.

Transportation:

Represents travel to and from parent's residence and transportation costs to and from class and work (e.g., bus fare, gasoline, tolls, parking)

Personal Expenses and Miscellaneous:

Estimate of costs for clothing, haircuts, entertainment and other miscellaneous expenses. What you actually spend on these types of items may be higher or lower depending on your own lifestyle.

These are estimated projected costs for all students. If you are commuting to TAMUT, the direct costs you need to prepare for are Tuition and Fees, Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment. If you are living on campus, you will also need to consider direct costs for Food and Housing. We have estimated expenses for Transportation and Personal and Miscellaneous expenses which are not paid to the school.
To learn more about COA at Texas A&M University-Texarkana, click here.